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Harris BMXDIGITAL 99-1200-0 Operation & Technical Manual

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99-1200-0 (14-input mainframe)
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Revision D.1 • 12/10
Broadcast Communications Division
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  • Page 1 Broadcast Console 99-1200-0 (14-input mainframe) 99-1200-1 (22-input mainframe) 99-1200-2 (30-input mainframe) 99-1200-3 (38-input mainframe) 99-1200-8 (8-input mainframe) Operations & Technical Manual PRE75-50 PRE75-50 PRE75-50 PRE75-50 PRE75-50 Revision D.1 • 12/10 Broadcast Communications Division www.broadcast.harris.com...
  • Page 2 H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N Revision D • 8/05...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 4 - BMX digital SERVER SETUP CE Declaration of Conformity ......iv Safety Instructions .......... v RMXd File Structure ........4-1 Hazard/Warning Label Identification ....v RMXd Server Configuration ......4-5 Manual Revisions ........... vi Session Files ..........4-14 Session &...

  • Page 4: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    BMX Digital Broadcast Console, Inclusive of Legacy Digital Product Line I the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above, conforms to the above Directive(s) and Standard(s). Harris Corporation – Mason, Ohio USA Place: Signature: Douglas A. Bevington Full Name: Manager –...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions 1. R R R R R ead A ead A ead All Instr ead A ll Instr ll Instr ll Instruc uc uc uc uctions tions tions tions..Read all safety and operating 16. P P P P P r r r r r o o o o o duc duct and C t and C t and C...

  • Page 6: Manual Revisions

    If you receive a revision to this document from Harris, replace the old manual pages with the new ones and discard the old pages. Replace this page with the new Manual Revisions page.

  • Page 7: General Information

    DIP switches and broadcasters employing Harris Corporation prod- DSP and Net Cards. Cable access to modules is done from below the meter panel.
  • Page 8 digital 1 General Information line logic functions for both inputs, also set using an analog input (active input set by module DIP the module’s Setup DIP switches. switch). Front panel controls are the same as the The Universal Input module has controls for the Universal Input, minus the A/B selection.
  • Page 9 digital 1 General Information Studio Module gram, Utility, and Send outputs. For digital out- This optional module has the monitoring and puts, sample rates of 48 kHz and 44.1 kHz are talkback controls for two separate studios or voice supported. These modules feature output sample booths, plus talkback audio and control inputs rate selectors for the Program auxiliary outputs for a producer/call screener position and for an...

  • Page 10: Specifications

    digital 1 General Information Specifications Analog Main Outputs Output Source Impedance: <3 ohms balanced The specifications for the BMX digital are sig- Output Load Impedance: 1 k ohms minimum nificantly more complete, and the related test con- Nominal Output Levels: Program, Utility, Send, Telco/ ditions are more defined, than those usually shown Codec Mix-Minus, Telco Record Mix Feed: +4 for consoles in this class.
  • Page 11 48V Coupler (Rack mount): 1 RU: 1.75" [45] x 19" [483] x 10" [254] All dimensions are Height, Width, Depth. Harris Corporation reserves the right to change specifications without notice or obligation. H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N...

  • Page 12: Warranty

    (in use, storage, transportation, or han- A) Except as expressly excluded herein, Harris dling), operation not in accordance with Corporation (“Seller”) warrants equipment of Seller’s operation and service instructions, or...

  • Page 13: Installation

    digital Installation The BMX digital console shipment consists of: he BMX digital mainframe “drops into” • The 8, 14, 22, 30 or 38 input frame with the standard modules (Mic Preamp, Session, Con- a cutout (shown below) in the studio furniture trol Room, three Outputs and DSP Cards) in- stalled.

  • Page 14: Console Installation

    DSP card in the BMXd-8, two DSP cards in the BMXd-14, three in the BMXd-22, four in the BMXd-30, and five in the BMXd-38. The areas covered by the five 12.25" Blank Panels can be used for mounting Harris BMXdigital Accessory Panels or custom remote control panels.
  • Page 15 digital 2 Installation BMXdigital Meter Panel Auxiliary Meter Event Clock Main Meters (Cue, Solo, or Session Timer (not available on (BMXdigital-8 only has one meter) module-switched source) Two Session module switches select the BMXdigital-14) whether the Program or the Utility Buses are displayed CONNECTOR ACCESS Meter Panel...
  • Page 16 digital 2 Installation POWER SUPPLY GROUNDING AND SHIELDING The 99-1205 power supply requires 2 RU of The broadcast facility’s technical ground can be rack space within the console cabinetry, below and connected to the mainframe chassis using the to the left or right of the supporting countertop. threaded insert on the rear of the console (shown The 48 Volt Power Supply must be installed so in the Power Connections drawing on this page).
  • Page 17 digital 2 Installation To install the backup batteries: The operating mode (autonomous or ESE slave), 1 Remove the blank panels in front of the Out- the type of ESE signal (TC89 or TC90), and the put modules using the supplied hex driver. type of clock time desired (12-hour or 24-hour 2 Install the batteries into the battery clip, format) are set using DIP switch DS1 on the clock...
  • Page 18 digital 2 Installation Event Timer Option Switches (DS1) the HOLD button to freeze the time. When 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 the external time reference reaches the time 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6...

  • Page 19: Cabling And Wiring

    digital 2 Installation WIRE PREPARATION Cabling and Wiring All BMX digital audio and logic wiring termi- nates in AMP MOD IV receptacle contacts at the Before installing the console, draw up a facility console. Stranded wire of 22 to 26 AWG, with in- wiring plan that lists the console interconnections sulation diameters of .040 to .060 inch, can be with all peripheral devices.
  • Page 20 digital 2 Installation AMP MOD IV handles to crimp the contact onto the wire. Receptacle Contacts The tool handles automatically release and 3/4” [19.05 mm] spring open after the crimp cycle is complete. Shrink Tubing Teflon Sleeving over drain wire Contact Holder, Cable ID Tag snapped against...

  • Page 21: Audio Connections

    digital 2 Installation AUDIO CONNECTIONS Analog Connections Audio connections take advantage of the three- There are no analog interstage patch points within the BMX digital input or output modules. pins per row design of the three- and six-pin AMP MOD IV housings. Three-pin housings are used To use the console with a patch bay, connect the for balanced digital connections while six-pin line level outputs from the peripheral devices di-...
  • Page 22 digital 2 Installation Microphone Input — 3-Pin Connector If a match box is not available, connect an un- balanced device to a BMX digital input using the Pin Signal Description Shield (connects directly to the chassis) following illustration. Low (- input) High (+ input) Connecting an Unbalanced Device to a BMXdigital Analog Input...
  • Page 23 digital 2 Installation Connecting an S/PDIF Device to LOGIC CONNECTIONS a BMXdigital AES/EBU Input BMX digital modules have built-in logic I/O in- Console From terfaces that can control, or be controlled by, AES/EBU S/PDIF Input peripheral devices connected to the console. For Device example, a CD player connected to a module can Signal...

  • Page 24: Module Quick Guides

    (although On and devices like mic control panels or other Harris Ac- Off could be triggered by a peripheral device). To cessory Panels. Connecting logic ground to a non-...
  • Page 25 digital 2 Installation Block Diagram, Universal Input 5 Start Command Pulse Module Logic Interface 4 Stop Command Pulse Reset Input (+) Ready Input (+) Start Command Sustained Commands Common Ready Input (-) Reset Input (-) MIC: Logic Active Tally LINE: Cue Tally Activate Logic Inputs(+) On Tally Off Tally...
  • Page 26 This is typically how For additional networked audio information re- mics in the control room or in a dedicated studio fer to the VistaMax manual (Harris # 75-52). are connected. Both the mic audio and the mic Mic Control Panel...
  • Page 27 digital 2 Installation pole, single throw) momentary contact switches Pages 2-62 and 2-63 show an example where with LED or lamp indicators. Lamps must be 6.3 Reset (+) and Ready (+) connect to +5 VDC on volt type with a current draw of under 50 mA. the module.
  • Page 28 digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER MODULE The BMX digital mic preamp contains two separate PCAs with five mic preamps on each board. The BMX digital -8 and -14 come standard with five mic preamps, whereas the BMX digital -22, -30 and -38 come standard with ten mic preamps.
  • Page 29 digital 2 Installation MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER MODULE SWITCHES PHANTOM DS1/DS2 — DS1/DS2 — DS1/DS2 — These DIP switches set whether phantom power is applied to each mic input. The DS1/DS2 — DS1/DS2 — factory default setting for all switches is OFF. Microphone Preamplifier Module Switch Definitions # Switch Name ON Function (set to operator’s left)

  • Page 30: Universal Input

    digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE UNIVERSAL INPUT MODULE Eight connectors come standard on each Universal Input module: two 6-pin analog audio input connectors, two 3-pin digital audio input connectors, two 14-pin logic connectors, and two 24-pin logic connectors. The connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation. AUDIO INPUTS ANAL ANAL...
  • Page 31 digital 2 Installation UNIVERSAL INPUT MODULE SWITCHES SETUP DS1/DS2 — DS1/DS2 — DS1/DS2 — These 16 DIP switches affect the logic settings for the A input. Individual switch definitions are listed below. DS1/DS2 — DS1/DS2 — DS3/DS4 — DS3/DS4 — DS3/DS4 —...
  • Page 32 digital 2 Installation UNIVERSAL INPUT MODULE — MAIN LOGIC MAIN Connector The left connector connects to the A Input de- vice; the right connector connects to the B Input Logic Supply +5 VDC Ready (+) device. Logic Supply +5 VDC Start Command Sustained Pins 15 and 20 have dual logic functions.
  • Page 33 digital 2 Installation Universal Input Module MAIN Logic Signal Definitions PIN NAME/NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION START COMMAND PULSE Equivalent to a Normally Open (N/O) relay contact. A momentary “contact closure” of 220 ms is generated when (pin 5) the module On button is pressed. Typically connects to the Remote Start logic input on the peripheral device. When DS2-2 or DS4-2 is set to On, each press of the On button generates another contact closure.
  • Page 34 digital 2 Installation UNIVERSAL INPUT MODULE — T/B OPTION LOGIC The left logic connector has the talkback fea- T/B OPTION Connector tures for the A input; the right logic connector Logic Supply +5 VDC Logic Supply +5 VDC has the talkback features for the B input. Talk- Logic Ground Logic Ground back is only active when the module is set as a...
  • Page 35 digital 2 Installation Universal Input Module T/B OPTION Signal Definitions PIN NAME/NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION TALK TO STUDIO 1 (-) (pin 1) When pulled low, routes the module audio to the Studio 1 outputs. TALK TO STUDIO 1 HOST (-) (pin 2) When pulled low, routes the module audio to the host’s headphones in Studio 1.

  • Page 36: Telco/Codec

    digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE TELCO / CODEC MODULE Three connectors come standard on the optional Telco module: one 6-pin analog audio input connec- tor, one 3-pin digital audio input connector, and one 24-pin logic connector. The connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation.
  • Page 37 digital 2 Installation TELCO / CODEC MODULE SWITCHES SETUP DS1 / DS2 — DS1 / DS2 — DS1 / DS2 — DS1 / DS2 — DS1 / DS2 — These 16 DIP switches set logic functionality for the module, per the Telco/Codec Module Switch Definitions table below.
  • Page 38 digital 2 Installation TELCO / CODEC MODULE — LOGIC I/O LOGIC I/O Connector The 24-pin LOGIC I/O connector allows the module to control, or be controlled by, the device Logic Supply +5 VDC Ready (+) attached to the module. Logic Supply +5 VDC Start Command Sustained / RLS-3 A device can connect directly to the module or it Logic Supply +5 VDC...
  • Page 39 digital 2 Installation Telco / Codec Module LOGIC I/O Logic Signal Definitions PIN NAME/NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION START COMMAND PULSE Equivalent to a Normally Open (N/O) relay contact. A momentary “contact closure” of 220 ms is generated each (pin 5) time the module turns on from off.
  • Page 40 digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE REMOTE LINE SELECTOR (RLS) MODULE Three connectors come standard on the optional Remote Line Selector (RLS) module: one 6-pin analog audio input connector, one 3-pin digital audio input connector, and one 24-pin logic connector. The connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation.
  • Page 41 digital 2 Installation REMOTE LINE SELECTOR (RLS) MODULE SWITCHES SETUP S S S S S etup — etup — etup — etup — etup — These eight DIP switches set logic functionality for the module per the Switch Definitions table below. Remote Line Selector (RLS) Module Switch Definitions # Switch Name ON Function (set to operator’s left)
  • Page 42 digital 2 Installation REMOTE LINE SELECTOR MODULE — LOGIC I/O LOGIC I/O Connector The 24-pin LOGIC I/O connector allows the RLS module to control, or to be controlled by, the device Logic Supply +5 VDC Ready (+) connected to the module. A device can connect di- Logic Supply +5 VDC Start Command Sustained / RLS-3 rectly to the module, but more commonly input se-...

  • Page 43: Rls

    digital 2 Installation RLS Module LOGIC I/O Logic Signal Definitions PIN NAME/NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION START COMMAND PULSE Equivalent to a Normally Open (N/O) relay contact. A momentary “contact closure” of 220 ms is generated each (pin 5) time the module turns on from off. Typically connects to the Remote On logic input on the peripheral device. STOP COMMAND PULSE Same as the Start Command Pulse, except it is initiated by the module Off button.

  • Page 44: Logic Outputs

    digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE SESSION MODULE Four user connectors come standard on the Session module: one 10base-T connector (DATA) and three 3-pin EXT. TIMER connectors. There are also three meter panel connectors, which are factory connected. All connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation. INPUTS/OUTPUTS DAT T T T T A —...

  • Page 45: Session

    digital 2 Installation SESSION MODULE SWITCHES SETUP SETUP — SETUP — SETUP — These eight DIP switches affect logic settings for the meters and for the entire console per SETUP — SETUP — the Session Module Switch Definitions table below. Session Module Switch Definitions # Switch Name ON Function (set to operator’s left)

  • Page 46: Audio Outputs

    digital 2 Installation CONTROL ROOM MODULE CONNECTORS Thirteen connectors come standard on each Control Room module: five 6-pin analog audio input connectors, six 6-pin analog audio output connectors, one 14-pin logic connector, and one 8-pin logic connector. The connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation. AUDIO INPUTS EXT-1, T-1,...
  • Page 47 digital 2 Installation CONTROL ROOM MODULE SWITCHES SETUP SETUP — SETUP — SETUP — These eight DIP switches affect logic functionality for the module per the Control Room SETUP — SETUP — Module Switch Definitions below. Control Room Module Switch Definitions # Switch Name ON Function (set to operator’s left) OFF Function (set to operator's right)
  • Page 48 digital 2 Installation CONTROL ROOM MODULE — LOGIC LOGIC Connector The 14-pin LOGIC connector has the hot mic warning output (Warning Relay) for a control Logic Supply +5 VDC Activate Logic Inputs (+) room warning lamp interface, two remote in- Logic Supply +5 VDC Talkback Tally puts;...
  • Page 49 digital 2 Installation Control Room Module, LOGIC, Logic Signal Definitions PIN NAME/NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION WARNING RELAY A pair of Normally Open (N/O) relay contacts. The two contacts maintain a “contact closure” while a Control (pins 4 and 5) Room mic module (with DS1-2 or DS3-2 set to ON) is turned on.
  • Page 50 digital 2 Installation CONTROL ROOM MODULE — CUE CONTROL LOGIC CUE CNTRL Connector The 8-pin CUE CNTRL connector has the Ex- ternal Cue on/off logic. Only four pins (1 - 4) no connection Logic Supply +5 VDC are used on this connector. no connection Cue (+) Typically the Cue (+) pin is jumpered to Logic...
  • Page 51 digital 2 Installation 2-39 H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N Revision C • 1/04...
  • Page 52 digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE STUDIO MODULE Twelve connectors come standard on the Studio module: eight 6-pin analog audio output connectors (four for each studio), two 14-pin main logic connectors (one for each studio), and two 16-pin logic connectors (one for a Producer’s talkback and one for an External location talkback).
  • Page 53 digital 2 Installation STUDIO MODULE SWITCHES AND MIC TRIMS SETUP SETUP — SETUP — SETUP — SETUP — SETUP — These eight DIP switches set logic functionality for Studio outputs per the Studio Module Switch Definitions table below. MIC TRIM C C C C C ONSOLE ONSOLE ONSOLE...

  • Page 54: Studio

    digital 2 Installation STUDIO MODULE — STUDIO 1 & 2 LOGIC SCHEMATIC AND DESCRIPTION The two 14-pin Logic connectors (one for LOGIC Connectors each Studio) control the warning, mute, and dim Activate Logic Inputs (+) Logic Supply +5 VDC functions of the module. The logic connectors Talk to Co-Host Tally Logic Supply +5 VDC are hidden under the meter panel in normal...
  • Page 55 digital 2 Installation Studio Module, Studio 1 & 2 LOGIC — Logic Signal Definitions PIN NAME/NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION WARNING RELAY A pair of Normally Open (N/O) relay contacts. A “dry contact closure” between the pins is generated each time (pins 4 and 5) the studio has a live mic.
  • Page 56 digital 2 Installation STUDIO MODULE — PRODUCER AUDIO & LOGIC PRODUCER Connector The 16-pin PRODUCER connector has the producer’s talkback switch inputs and talkback Logic Supply +5 VDC Logic Ground audio input (+4 dBu, balanced). Logic Supply +5 VDC Talk to External (-) The PRODUCER signals come from a Talk to Studio 1 Co-Host (-) Talk to Studio 2 Co-Host (-)
  • Page 57 digital 2 Installation Studio Module, PRODUCER — Logic & Audio Signal Definitions PIN NAME/NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION TALK TO STUDIO 1 (-) (pin 4) When pulled low, routes the Producer talkback audio to Studio 1 MONITOR and HOST outputs. TALK TO STUDIO 1 When pulled low, routes the Producer talkback audio to the Studio 1 HOST output only.
  • Page 58 digital 2 Installation STUDIO MODULE — EXTERNAL AUDIO & LOGIC, WITH SETUP DIP SWITCH 7 OFF The 16-pin EXTERNAL connector has the EXTERNAL Connector, with DIP Switch 7 set Off external site’s talkback logic inputs and com- Logic Supply +5 VDC Logic Ground mand output as well as the External site’s talk- Logic Supply +5 VDC...
  • Page 59 digital 2 Installation Studio Module, EXTERNAL (DIP switch 7 Off) Audio & Logic Signal Definitions PIN NAME / NUMBER FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTION TALK TO STUDIO 1 (-) When pulled low, routes the External Talkback Audio Input to Studio 1 MONITOR and HOST outputs. (pin 4) NOTE: When DIP switch 7 is on, Talk to Studio 1 is disabled (see page 2-51).
  • Page 60 digital 2 Installation STUDIO MODULE — EXTERNAL AUDIO & LOGIC, WITH SETUP DIP SWITCH 7 ON EXTERNAL Connector, with DIP Switch 7 set ON The 16-pin EXTERNAL connector has the external site’s talkback logic inputs and com- Logic Supply +5 VDC Logic Ground mand outputs as well as the External site’s talk- Logic Supply +5 VDC...
  • Page 61 Normally Open (N/O) contact. A “contact closure” to logic ground (pin 16) is generated whenever a COMMAND (-) (pin 4) Universal Input module, that is set to Mute External (DS1-5 or DS3-5 is set to On), is on. Consult Harris Radio Systems Engineering for design information on using this logic output.

  • Page 62: Outputs

    digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE OUTPUT 1 MODULE Fifteen connectors come standard on the Output 1 module: seven 6-pin analog audio output connec- tors, seven 3-pin digital audio output connectors, and one 8-pin logic connector. The connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation.
  • Page 63 digital 2 Installation OUTPUT 1 MODULE SWITCHES SAMPLE RATE 44.1 S S S S S ample R ample R ample R ample R ample Ra a a a a t t t t t e 44.1 — e 44.1 — e 44.1 —...
  • Page 64 digital 2 Installation OUTPUT 1 MODULE — PRODUCER IFB LOGIC The 8-pin PRODUCER IFB LOGIC connector PRODUCER IFB LOGIC Connector has the talkback commands to add Producer talk- Logic Supply +5 VDC Talk to Mix-Minus 6 back to the various Mix-Minus outputs. The Talk to Mix-Minus 1 to 6 logic inputs come Talk to Mix-Minus 2 Talk to Mix-Minus 5...
  • Page 65 digital 2 Installation PRE99-1188 Producer Panel connections to the console (Studio module PRODUCER LOGIC, and Output 1 Module PRODUCER IFB LOGIC) To PRODUCER LOGIC on the Studio Monitor Module 99-791-CU cable To PRODUCER IFB LOGIC on the Output 1Module STU 1 TELCO C-HST PRE99-1188...
  • Page 66 digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE OUTPUT 2 MODULE Fourteen connectors come standard on the Output 2 module: seven 6-pin analog audio output con- nectors and seven 3-pin digital audio output connectors. The connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation.
  • Page 67 digital 2 Installation OUTPUT 2 MODULE SWITCHES SAMPLE RATE 44.1 S S S S S ample R ample R ample R ample R ample Ra a a a a t t t t t e 44.1 — e 44.1 — e 44.1 —...
  • Page 68 digital 2 Installation QUICK GUIDE TO THE OUTPUT 3 MODULE Fourteen connectors come standard on the Output 3 module: seven 6-pin analog audio output con- nectors and seven 3-pin digital audio output connectors. The connectors are hidden by the meter panel in normal operation.
  • Page 69 digital 2 Installation OUTPUT 3 MODULE SWITCHES SAMPLE RATE 44.1 S S S S S ample R ample R ample R ample Ra a a a a t t t t t e 44.1 — e 44.1 — e 44.1 — e 44.1 —...
  • Page 70 digital 2 Installation Mic Remote Control Connection Example This example shows setting up a Universal Input module as a control room mic using the A input, with a mic remote control panel connected to the module. Additional information on logic connec- tions and DIP switch settings for the Universal Input module are on pages 2-18 through 2-23.

  • Page 71: Control Panel

    digital 2 Installation SIMPLIFIED DIAGRAM FOR INTERFACING A MIC REMOTE CONTROL PANEL Logic Outputs Opto-Isolated Relay Start Command Pulse Stop Command Pulse Start Command Sustained Opto-Isolated Relay Commands Common Opto-Isolated Relay Mic: Logic Active Tally Line: Cue Tally Opto-Isolated Relay PRE99-1197 / PRE99-1198 Mic Panels Off Tally Opto-Isolated...
  • Page 72 digital 2 Installation Basic Peripheral Device Logic Connection Example This example shows a Universal Input module set up as a line, using the A analog input, to interface a CD player (Denon DN-951/961 shown in the example). For more information on logic connections and DIP switch settings for the Universal Input module, see pages 2-18 through 2-23.
  • Page 73 digital 2 Installation SIMPLIFIED DIAGRAM FOR INTERFACING A DENON DN-951/961 CD PLAYER Logic Outputs Opto-Isolated Relay Start Pulse Stop Pulse Opto-Isolated Start Sustained Solid State Relay Commands Common Opto-Isolated Solid State Relay Cue Tally Opto-Isolated Solid State Relay Off Tally Opto-Isolated Denon 951/961 Remote Logic Solid State...
  • Page 74 digital 2 Installation Complex Logic Connection Example This example shows setting up a Universal Input module (A input, analog) to interface with a remote logic device, such as an ENCO DADpro. For more information on logic connections and DIP switch settings for the Universal Input module, see pages 2-18 through 2-23. UNIVERSAL INPUT MODULE MAIN LOGIC CONNECTOR SIGNAL TABLE P P P P P IN # IN #...
  • Page 75 digital 2 Installation SIMPLIFIED DIAGRAM FOR INTERFACING AN ENCO DADPRO Logic Outputs Opto-Isolated Relay Start Pulse Stop Pulse Start Sustained Opto-Isolated Relay Commands Common Opto-Isolated Relay Cue Tally Opto-Isolated Relay Enco DADPro Remote Logic Off Tally Opto-Isolated Relay Input 0 Input 0 On Tally Opto-Isolated...

  • Page 76: Net Card

    digital 2 Installation NET CARD Some typical uses of the Net Card outputs in- Only BMX digital consoles with the optional Net clude routing analog audio to the External Moni- Card installed can directly communicate with and tor inputs on the control room module, VistaMax control a VistaMax system.
  • Page 77 Refer to Chapter 4: Server or to the VistaMax controlled by the console logic, if set to do so in manual (Harris # 75-52) for additional informa- the Session file. Likewise, the logic from the source tion on VistaMax source selection.
  • Page 78 digital 2 Installation NET-ONLY MODULE DIP SWITCH SETTINGS Net-Only Universal Input Module: DS1 Switch Definitions # Switch Name ON Function (set to operator’s left) OFF Function (set to operator's right) 1 Spare Switch 2 CR Mute Mutes C/R speakers at module on No monitor muting 3 Studio 1 Mute Mutes Studio 1 speakers at module on...

  • Page 79: Module & Card Overview

    digital Operation MONITOR MODULES his chapter covers module and meter panel BMX digital has two types of monitor modules: • Control Room component operation for the BMX digital console. • Studio The Control Room module is standard, Refer back to the illustration on page 2-2 for the installed next to the Session module.

  • Page 80: Microphone Preamplifier Module

    digital 3 Operation MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER MODULE QUICK GUIDE This module amplifies five or ten low-level (-65 to -30 dBu) microphone signals up to line-level (+4 dBu). The BMX digital -8 and BMX digital -14 come standard with five mic preamps, the other frame sizes come standard with ten mic preamps. The line-level balanced mono output from each preamplifier can jumper directly to a Universal Input module;...

  • Page 81: Universal Input Module

    digital 3 Operation UNIVERSAL INPUT MODULE QUICK GUIDE This module has two inputs (A and B). The Input Source Display shows the active input in bold in the top line (the alternate input source is shown in the bottom line). With a Net Card installed, the module’s input can be a VistaMax source, which is set via the Session file.
  • Page 82 digital 3 Operation Universal Input, Telco/Codec & RLS Modules SEND 1 and SEND 2 (not present on limited-feature modules) This section has the on/off control, level, and signal routing controls to feed the module’s audio to the Send 1 and Send 2 buses. The controls are identical for each Send bus.
  • Page 83 digital 3 Operation Universal Input, Telco/Codec & RLS Modules PROGRAM BUSES This section has the selectors for the four Program buses and the two off-line buses. P R O G R O G R O G R O G R O G R A M 1 , A M 1 , A M 1 ,...
  • Page 84 digital 3 Operation TELCO/CODEC MODULE QUICK GUIDE Up to six Telco/Codec modules may be installed in the console. Most controls are the same as a Universal Input module (On/Off, Fader, mode selection, and bus selec- tion), but since the module may be connected to an External RLS or router, or may come from a VistaMax System, there is a Source Selector and Take button on this module (taking the place of the A/B selectors).

  • Page 85: Telco/Codec Module

    digital 3 Operation Telco/Codec Module FADER SECTION This section has the Input Source Display; input Source Selector and Take controls; Telco Monitor and Record Feed assignment buttons; the Talkback, Solo, Cue, On, and Off buttons; and the signal level fader. Input S Input S Input S...

  • Page 86: Telco/Codec Module Operation

    digital 3 Operation TELCO FOLDBACK MIX TELCO/CODEC MODULE OPERATION The Telco Foldback mix source, indicated by its Up to six “callers” (any remote send and receive “winking” assignment button on each Telco mod- device like a telephone hybrid, satellite transceiver, ule, is derived from a program or off-line bus.
  • Page 87 digital 3 Operation While the Module is On: Program 1 is the Fold- when the remote talent goes on-air, the mix-mi- back mix source. If it’s not assigned, then the nus should not change, thus only Program 1 can source is selected in this order; Program 2, Pro- be selected on the Telco and the Program 1 mix- gram 3, Program 4, Off-Line 1, Off-Line 2.
  • Page 88 digital 3 Operation Recording Functions with Auto the record output. When the TO REC button is Foldback Active on one or more “winking,” (as shown to the right) it indicates that Record Enabled Telcos caller is NOT being recorded. As with creating the Foldback Mix, the bus pri- Base Mix Source ority order changes when a TO REC Telco has when this module...

  • Page 89: Remote Line Selector (Rls) Module

    digital 3 Operation REMOTE LINE SELECTOR (RLS) MODULE QUICK GUIDE This module has one input from a Switcher (VistaMax System, External RLS or Router). It has the same features as the Universal Input module, except that a Source Selector and Take button replace the A/B Input selector buttons. A limited-feature version is also available, which does not have the Send and Utility bus controls.

  • Page 90: Session Module

    digital 3 Operation SESSION MODULE QUICK GUIDE This module has the controls for the timer, and for saving and recalling Sessions (server files holding different console setups), and the Main and Auxiliary Meter source selectors. AUX METER This section allows one source to be selected for the Auxiliary meter. The selection is overridden by Cue or Solo, which display on the Auxiliary meter while active.

  • Page 91: Session Module

    digital 3 Operation Session Module TIMER CONTROL This section has the controls for the event timer, located at the right end of the meter panel. A A A A A U T U TO RESET — O RESET — O RESET — O RESET —...

  • Page 92: Control Room Module

    digital 3 Operation CONTROL ROOM MODULE QUICK GUIDE This module has the monitor source selection and control facilities for the console operator’s headphones and the control room monitor speakers. CONTROL ROOM This section controls the audio source(s) for the various Control Room outputs. The left column buttons select the audio for the monitor speakers, the co-host, and guest headphones;...
  • Page 93 digital 3 Operation Control Room Module FADER This section has the two faders to control the levels of the Monitor speakers and Operator headphones. The Co-Host and Guest headphone outputs are fixed-level outputs that are typically controlled by a headphone jack panel with volume control like the PRE99-103-2.

  • Page 94: Studio Module

    digital 3 Operation STUDIO MODULE QUICK GUIDE This optional module has the monitor source and talkback controls for two studio locations. STUDIO This section has the source selector buttons for all the outputs (monitor and headphone) for two air studios, voice booths, or other locations. The left column buttons control the source(s) for the Studio 1 outputs;...
  • Page 95 digital 3 Operation OUTPUT 1 MODULE QUICK GUIDE This module has the mix-minus outputs for up to six Telco modules and a telco record output. Separate trim controls set the analog record output level and the talk- back levels for the producer and console mics. These controls are normally set once during installation so should NOT require adjustment by the board operator.

  • Page 96: Meter Panel

    digital 3 Operation OUTPUT 3 MODULE QUICK GUIDE This module has the outputs for Program 3, Program 4, Utility 3, Utility 4, and Send 2. Trim controls, for the analog outputs, set the left and right channels separately. These controls are normally set once during installation so should NOT require ad- justment by the board operator.
  • Page 97 digital 3 Operation BARGRAPH METERS Horizontal bargraph meters display stereo outputs as detailed below. The name of the signal being metered is shown below each meter. The first four meters from the left, except for the BMX digital -8, provide separate level monitoring for the four Program or four Utility buses (toggled by the PGM 1-4 and UTL 1-4 buttons on the Session module, see page 3- 12).

  • Page 98: Net Cardl

    The optional Net Card (shown below) mounts Refer to the VistaMax manual (Harris # 74-52) in line with the DSP cards at the right rear corner for additional information on VistaMax sources of the frame, behind the output modules.

  • Page 99: Bmx Digital Server Setup

    digital BMX digital Server Setup BMX d File Structure he BMX digital Server physically consists of The BMX digital console’s setup and configura- tion files must be properly saved into specific fold- a single-board computer (SBC) with an integral ers to ensure proper operation. The following screen shot shows the folders and files in the user- Flash Disk to store the operating system, configura- accessible area of the flash disk.
  • Page 100 SesFiles number and build date. This can be compared to folder. the current operating system build on the Harris A session file is loaded into the console by first FTP site (see page 5-1 for access details). The using the Monitor Control panel’s rotary Session...
  • Page 101 ID for that particular SBC. This number can be source selectors. In the example above, only sig- given to a Harris tech support representative in nals 225-231 on device 3 and signals 173-233 order to receive a License Code (entered into...
  • Page 102 digital 4 BMX digital Server [System] and the Include_2 entries). Again, all of these en- ; = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = ;TimeServerIP=192.168.100.11:123;...
  • Page 103 BMX digital server files. These programs are sup- plied on the 99-5000 CD-ROM. They can also be downloaded from the Harris FTP site (see page Dx_PUBLISH.CFG As part of a VistaMax system, each console and 5-1 in Maintenance for FTP access details).
  • Page 104 Notepad, and then can upload them back to the console or frame. The program is also Direct Connection useful for downloading files from the Harris FTP site. 1 Connect a crossover CAT-5 cable between the KSU card’s Ethernet connector and the 3CDAEMON Ethernet port assigned to IP 192.168.100.11...
  • Page 105 digital 4 BMX digital Server INITIAL CONFIGURATION PROCEDURE To change which port CM uses, click Options , This procedure requires that both CM and then select Setup . If 192.168.100.11 is not VMCC be installed on the setup computer; that shown in the Community Local IP address win- the BMX digital console is installed and powered dow, click the window’s down arrow, select that...
  • Page 106 digital 4 BMX digital Server 100.11). The other settings can be left at their box to add the check mark). Click the Inspect default settings at this time. button to inspect the console’s information. The The Editing pane is also where configuration information line shows “done”...
  • Page 107 digital 4 BMX digital Server the middle pane by clicking the + button next to the My Documents folder. If necessary, change to the console name to drop down a list of the folders, then click Save . When Normal or Force setup files VMCC created.
  • Page 108 digital 4 BMX digital Server CONFIGURATION NOTES AND TIPS work. Always confirm all IP addressing choices with a knowledgable network administrator. If a console is not networked with a VistaMax Before the setup computer can access the BMX d system, it could continue to use the factory de- Server, its IP address must be changed so it is in- fault IP address (192.168.100.22).
  • Page 109 (listed in the serverid.txt file) must is set and setting whether a signal is hidden or be given to a Harris Technical Services or Sales available is made. Representative so that they can generate a License Code for that specific BMX digital console.
  • Page 110 digital 4 BMX digital Server below, a Universal input module is shown, which error warning box will be shown so the error is the only module that has anything set in this can be corrected. pane. To view this pane, click on the module name. Checkmark either the A Input is routed box or Signal Format (Stereo or Mono) the B Input is routed box to set that input as a...
  • Page 111 digital 4 BMX digital Server tire console is to click once to highlight any col- Net Card Sample Rate Selection umn entry and then use the keyboard space bar There are two output sample rate selection to check or uncheck that check box. Use the up boxes for the first two digital Net Card outputs and down arrow keys to quickly move through (Output A is D1 and Output B is D2).

  • Page 112: Session Files

    digital 4 BMX digital Server Session Files or update any session settings (e.g., adding labels, changing the channel source, adding button lock- Session files are text files with the suffix .ses. out information, etc.). This same computer could Pressing Save on the Monitor Control panel saves also be used to perform other session management the current console settings and source selections duties like renaming or deleting session files.
  • Page 113 digital 4 BMX digital Server 1 Use the Session Selector to find and display Note: Folder shortcuts can be created in FTP UNDEFINED in the bottom line of the ses- Voyager to go directly to the SesFiles folder in any console. Click Tools , then Folder Shortcuts . sion display.

  • Page 114: Session & Macro Files

    digital 4 BMX digital Server Uploading Sessions Channel ID Numbers To use an edited session file, it must be uploaded BMX digital components (input modules, moni- to the BMX digital Server’s FTP site. If a template tor modules, Net Card connections) are assigned file (template.ses) was created, it can be up- unique ID numbers based upon their position in loaded and then used as the basis for creating new...
  • Page 115 digital 4 BMX digital Server sources on device 1 are shown (which in the ex- Global ID numbers precisely identify the origi- ample are the 32 inputs on the I/O card in slot 1 nation or destination of each signal since the of a VistaMax frame, set as device 1).
  • Page 116 digital 4 BMX digital Server BUTTON SETTING SECTIONS Labels Section Each Universal Input module has two labels to Each assignment button on an input module identify the module’s A and B input sources. These has its own section in the session file where the labels are what are shown in the two lines in the button state for each module can be set when the input source display when the Session is loaded.
  • Page 117 digital 4 BMX digital Server SESSION FILE SECTION SUMMARY • [TelcoRecord] Sets whether the Telco Within each of these sections, each channel but- to Record feature is on or off for the Telco ton can be set either On (=1) or Off (=0) when the modules.
  • Page 118 digital 4 BMX digital Server RouterCommand button to be changed by the operator, leave the setting for the button as 0. To lockout that par- Either Global or Local signal ID numbers can ticular button, change the setting to 1. be used in the ‘Take commands’...
  • Page 119 digital 4 BMX digital Server [Router_82] nations by adding separate Take command lines Include_1=D1,65,67,69,71,73 Include_2=D2,257-272 from that source to the other destinations. Take=macro_2 [Router_83] Take=0 Include Lists [Router_84] Sources can only be routed on an RLS module’s Take=0 source selector if the source is listed on the console’s Source Include List.

  • Page 120: Software Updates

    Software Updates To update the BMX digital software: 1 Configure the TFTP Server to point to the folder Harris Corporation may periodically issue soft- on the CD-ROM that contains the updated sys- ware revisions for the BMX digital Server at no tem software following the instructions in the charge.
  • Page 121 digital 4 BMX digital Server ACCESSING A LOST USERNAME OR PASSWORD To recover the username or password on a BMX digital Server requires using a 2x5 Port to 9-pin DB9 adapter along with a Null Modem Cable to connect the Single Board Computer (SBC) on the Session module to a Windows computer run- ning HyperTerminal.
  • Page 122 digital 4 BMX digital Server 4-24 H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N Revision D • 8/05...

  • Page 123: Parts And Repair Services

    To order assemblies or to request an RA, con- Parts and Repair Services tact Harris by mail, phone, fax, e-mail, or visit the Harris Website: The only parts that are field replaceable are fad- Harris Corporation...

  • Page 124: Spare And Replacement Parts

    5 Service Harris # Description or Use SPARE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS 99-1151-1 Microphone Preamp module, 10 Input These tables list the replaceable or serviceable 95-1151-1 Left PCA (Mics 1 - 5) assemblies and parts for the BMX digital .

  • Page 125: Tool And Installation Kits

    900 1250 1534 1966 2366 grounding screw NOTE: If you need to replace one of the assem- blies, please contact Harris Technical Services Department for further instructions. H A R R I S C O R P O R A T I O N...
  • Page 126 digital 5 Service INSTALLING INPUT MODULES Both models are specifically setup for the main- To install a module into the mainframe: frame size the card is installed into through rotary 1 Open the meter panel. switches DS1 and DS2. The following table lists 2 Lower the module into its slot.
  • Page 127 digital 5 Service Use only a dry cotton swab, or a cotton swab the timer circuit board. For more information about dampened with distilled water, to clean the fader the timer circuit board, see page 2-6. parts. If coffee, a soft drink, or other sugared liq- If the timer is not Auto resetting as expected, uid has been spilled into the fader, remove it from check the various input module DIP switch set-...
  • Page 128 digital 5 Service Meter Number Table for DSW1 POWER SUPPLY SWITCH ON (set to the left) Periodically check that the vent openings are Auxiliary Meter not blocked and there is no dust buildup on the vent openings. PGM / UTL Meter 4 / BMXd-8 Meter CAUTION: To reduce the risk of PGM / UTL Meter 3 electric shock, do not disas-...

  • Page 129: Accessories

    FURNITURE AND CABINETRY Harris offers a full line of standard and custom furniture and cabinetry, to house the BMX digital console and studio peripheral equipment, as well as complete turnkey studio design and implemen- tation services.

  • Page 130: Peripheral Panels

    HEADPHONE DISTRIBUTION AMP To assist in installation, Harris also offers pre- The PRE99-1215 Headphone amp has six out- made peripheral logic cables for many popular puts for one Host and up to five Co-Hosts or devices.

  • Page 131: Application Examples

    * Resistor Pack R1 limits the LED current. Its value is determined by the voltage supplied by the console. Panels ship from the GNDD factory with the 5 Volt resistor pack installed. Console Resistor Pack Value Harris P/N Digikey P/N Mic Remote Logic GNDD 5 Volts...

  • Page 132: External Remote Line Selector (Ext. Rls)

    digital 6 Accessories EXTERNAL REMOTE LINE SELECTOR External RLS and BMXdigital Modules (EXT. RLS) RLS or Telco modules can be set as a control The Ext. RLS (PRE99-947) is a rack-mount ste- module for an External RLS. Once a module is reo source selector with 16 balanced inputs and a configured to control an Ext.
  • Page 133 digital 6 Accessories Telco/Codec Module display (e.g. Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta). The source type (analog or digital) is transparent to DIP Switch Setting the board operator. Missing or empty entries are not displayed on the module. When the Ext. RLS is used with digital sources, Refer to pages 2-28 to 2-31 for more informa- physical input 1 on the External RLS uses La- tion on configuring the RLS module.
  • Page 134 digital 6 Accessories TYPICAL EXTERNAL RLS APPLICATIONS Application 1: One External Remote Line Selector (PRE99-947) can connect to the ANALOG INPUT, for selecting analog sources, or it can connect to the DIGITAL INPUT, for selecting digitial sources. A second RLS can connect to the remaining audio input to provide 32-source selection (16 analog and 16 digital) on a single RLS or Telco/Codec input channel.

  • Page 135: Appendix A: Vmcc, Session

    The revision D release of the BMX digital CD- COMMUNITY MONITOR (CM) ROM (Harris # 99-5000) introduced two major CM (tray icon: ) is not only a valuable tool changes to the console’s operating system. The first for setting up a VistaMax system, it’s also helpful...
  • Page 136 Client. It is accessed from the Start menu (under In the pop-up window, shown above, enter the Programs/Harris Corp/VistaMax on the setup IP address for the console or rack that will be re- computer). The application allows a session or motely controlled.

  • Page 137: Vmcc Operations Errata

    The latest release build is puts on an RMX digital console’s KSU card. If available for downloading from the Harris con- routes are made between devices, then either the sole FTP site (see page 5-1 for access details).
  • Page 138 digital Appendix A VMCC When multiple stations are in one facility, then where all of the community members are associ- ated with a single station or a common purpose. Tier 3 naming can be used. This differentiates be- For example: a single station facility where three tween fellow group members (those with the same consoles (one air studio, an image studio and a Call Group name) and everyone else in the com-...
  • Page 139 digital Appendix A VMCC When there are dozens of edge devices in a com- There is no distinction, however, in this pane munity, the affected edge device may not “hear” between devices that match completely and de- the Init RCED command issued by VMCC after vices that need to have their MAC address popu- new parent files are distributed.
  • Page 140 digital Appendix A VMCC SETUP, CONFIG, SESSION, MACRO— When an EntryValue refers to a specific signal GENERAL FILE INFO in the VistaMax system it can be identified in three ways: by its global number ( 65697 ); by its local All VistaMax device setup and configuration files number ( 161 );...
  • Page 141 digital Appendix A VMCC [chain] macro to return the consoles back to standard day- This section allows one or more session files to time operations. be automatically loaded on other consoles or racks Macros are loaded into a console or VistaMax when the session is loaded.
  • Page 142 digital Appendix A VMCC n sequentially numbers the macro entries, start- ing from 1. Up to 64 macros could be assigned to any one router channel. Filename is the macro’s file name minus the .mac file extension. ,d is an optional entry to specify a device num- ber.

  • Page 143: Index

    digital Index Index Page numbers listed as chapter-page. Channel ID Numbers ........ 4-16 Accessories Clock Cabinet Plates ........6-1 DIP Switch settings ......2-5 External Remote Line Selector ..... 6-4 On Meter Panel ........3-18 Furniture Mounted Panels ....6-1 Servicing ..........
  • Page 144 Manual Revisions .......... vi Guest Panels (Mic Remote Panels) ....6-3 Mapping Section, Session File ....4-20 Meter Panel Bargraph Meters ........ 3-19 Harris Contact Information ......5-1 Clock ..........3-18 Hazard/Warning Label Identification ..... v Description ........... 2-3 Event Timer ........3-18 Operation Quick Guide ......
  • Page 145 digital Index Page numbers listed as chapter-page. Peripheral Devices CONTINUED Modules and Cards Basic Peripheral Device Example ..2-60 Overview ..........3-1 Complex Peripheral Device Example . 2-62 Placement ..........2-2 Peripheral Device Logic ...... 2-14 Quick Guide Page Listing ....2-12 Power Supply Servicing ..........
  • Page 146 digital Index Page numbers listed as chapter-page. Telco/Codec Module (cont.) CONTINUED Session and Macro Files Logic I/O ........... 2-26 Channel Labels ........4-18 Operation Quick Guide ......3-6 Channel Button Settings ..... 4-18 Telco Record Mix ......... 3-9 Channel ID Numbers ......4-16 Template Session .........

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